Dell Inspiron Mini 9 910 Service Manual

Back to Contents PageSystem BoardDell™ Inspiron™ 910 Service ManualRemoving the System BoardReplacing the System BoardSetting the Keyboard MatrixThe system board's BIOS chip contains the service tag, which is also visible on a barcode label at the bottom of the computer.Follow these instructions to enter the service tag -Manually:1. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly.2. Press <0> during POST to enter the system setup program.3. Navigate to the security tab and enter the service tag in the Set Service Tag field.Using CD:The replacement kit for the system board includes a CD that provides a utility for transferring the service tag to the replacement system board.Removing the System Board1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.2. Remove the module cover (see Removing the Module Cover).3. Remove the memory module (see Removing the Memory Module).4. Remove the solid-state drive (see Removing the Solid-state Drive).5. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Keyboard).6. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Palm Rest).7. Disconnect the display cables, Mini-Card antenna cables, and the speaker cable from the respective system board connectors (see Display Assembly).CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety bestpractices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (suchas the back panel) on the computer.NOTE: Your computer may or may not ship with an external optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the proceduresthat involve discs.NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts.

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